Final Fantasy XVI

 PlayStation 5
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8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8567 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6,528 out of 8567
  2. Mixed: 693 out of 8567
  3. Negative: 1,346 out of 8567
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  1. Coolgamer19
    Jun 28, 2023
    9
    Final fantasy es un juegazo ,seguro que no merece un 10 , pero menos aun merece esta reviuw bombing de unos troles que ni lo an jugado.un cordial saludo a los amantes de los videojuegos.
  2. iamrkxi
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    ff16 is an amazing game but It feels some RPG elements could have been better.
    Fidelity mode is the best way to experience the game especially if you are using a big screen or 4k monitor but I expect there will be patches to improve performance, a locked 45fps would be way better.
  3. Citrone39
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This is the best Final Fantasy among the new ones! Exciting battles, pretty graphics, and interesting story.
  4. xNico_ITA
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    A wonderful return of a legendary saga.
    Ottimo lavoro a Yoshida e a tutto il team eccezionale di Final Fantasy XVI!
  5. dirtybiffen345
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Final Fantasy 16 is by no means perfect, but with the gripping narrative, combined with stellar combat and a beautiful and well realized world, i dare say it’s pretty darn great.

    The emotional beats of the story, coupled with the rather well thought out political aspects of FF16’s world, kept me engaged and had me keeping up to date with the various in-game lore systems until the end of    Final Fantasy 16 is by no means perfect, but with the gripping narrative, combined with stellar combat and a beautiful and well realized world, i dare say it’s pretty darn great.

    The emotional beats of the story, coupled with the rather well thought out political aspects of FF16’s world, kept me engaged and had me keeping up to date with the various in-game lore systems until the end of the campaign and beyond. Similarly, i never grew tired of the combat mechanics as the game constantly offered me new tools to experiment with, and new interesting bosses to fight (My god the boss fights are epic).

    All in all, the game is quite good. Though there are numerous side quests that are boring and repetitive combined with the story suffering from some pacing issues at times, the positives highlighted above simply outweigh these short comings for me personally. As a long time final fantasy fan, this game delivered unto me most of what i wanted, and in some areas such as the boss encounters, even exceeded my expectations.    … Expand
  6. sonic171717
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eikon battle is amazing.
    I personally like the characters as well.
    I played it 60 hours in 4 days and enjoyed it a lot.

    The only downside for me is I want to see the scene that Clive return to Jill, instead of only implications.    … Expand
  7. socold_remix
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Pathetic to see people review bombing a game just cause it ain’t on their platform. I enjoyed every second with this game the boss fights were all spectacular the story was interesting the ending left me a bit sour though could’ve been presented better. Combat was great many intense moments. Cast and the voice acting were all amazing too. probably going to be my Game of the Year.
  8. Xenkain
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    A fantastic and beautiful game, the story and the world is amazing FF meets GoT so it's definitely not for the faint hearted. Slick action that is easy to pick up but difficult to master, an excellent addition to the FF family
  9. koopak
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was a nonbeliever in the changes making this an action oriented game and after playing the demo I was outraged. now however after playing the game up to the killing of Garuda I am a huge fan of this new direction.
    no need to worry about the changes though since each final fantasy offers a unique combat system there may be a switch to a fully controllable party in the next installment of final fantasy.    … Expand
  10. Jsol
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Why is this game getting review bombed? Don't listen to the BS the game is great. Perfect, no but the most fun I've had with a FF title in a long time. Get a life people, and let normal folks enjoy stuff. Freaking haters
  11. GalvaoRibeiro
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    O jogo possui uma narrativa incrível, combate muito bom. Deixa a desejar na parte de exploração e missões secundarias. Sem duvidas um dos melhores jogos de 2023!
  12. dreyajavi
    Jul 21, 2023
    9
    Not done with the game yet (45+ hours in atm) but the visuals and the voice acting are spectacular. Sure there’s a lot of cutscenes in the beginning but that’s always been one of my favorite things. Yes it’s more of an adventure game than any other FF entry but it still has a lot of things that make it true to itself. But the best part of this game is the fact you actually get to fight asNot done with the game yet (45+ hours in atm) but the visuals and the voice acting are spectacular. Sure there’s a lot of cutscenes in the beginning but that’s always been one of my favorite things. Yes it’s more of an adventure game than any other FF entry but it still has a lot of things that make it true to itself. But the best part of this game is the fact you actually get to fight as an aeon/eikon. The story is so truly final fantasy especially towards the end.… Expand
  13. check21
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    The game play is good but the story is vague.
    The country setting feel crude and fleeting in the story. World map is beautiful but lack of interaction and exploration. Running in the world map is boring.
  14. Minifoy
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    Very good game with a nice story ! À lot of sensation ! -1 for the framerate
  15. love_dig_it
    Jul 15, 2023
    9
    I've been playing Final Fantasy games for over 2 decades and I thought this game was amazing, really loved the story. Are there things that could have been better? Sure, but the overall experience was everything id hoped the game would be. Definitely will be replaying this for years to come!
  16. vahf
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This game is amazing, it is one the best Final Fantasy games out there, the battle system is a bit tough getting used to, but fun either way. Definetly Final Fantasy is back with a great story line, Im having so much fun with it. Recomended 10 out of 10....
  17. reirei86_
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This is the best Final Fantasy game since X in my opinion. The story, world building and characters are immense combined with amazing combat. Is it a perfect game? No game is, but this is essential gaming for the causal or die hard Final Fantasy fan.
  18. baldwinchang
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    First modern final fantasy I’ve played on release (non-FF7). The story and characters are captivating and the setting is charming!
  19. Abazabba
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Having a lot of fun with this game. Looks amazing, battles are incredible. cut scenes are abundant! You knew that coming in thorough but once it opens up there’s plenty to do. 100% recommend.
  20. Ohadcal
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    If you like good stories, play it. If you like great graphics, play it. If you like amazing gameplay, play it. If you are a gamer, and own a ps5, you owe it to yourself.
  21. Bepo
    Jun 27, 2023
    9
    So far I am 15 hours into the game. The new combat system, music, character designs are all very well put together. I can't give the game a perfect score due to the lacking RPG/gear elements and performance.
  22. MaxSparky
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Amazing story, great characters, great music, crazy battles, crazy abilities, warning: will blow your dick off!
  23. Macrophage
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In short, this game is great with a very entertaining combat, epic soundtrack and good story. However, there were some parts of the story did not give the feeling of the moment (e.g. you feel that the characters are emotionless).… Expand
  24. BigSimba18
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Great visuals great combat, story wasn't a super big hit for me. The music was really good. Felt the game needed more weapon choices to spice up combat as well but all in all one of my favorite releases this year.
  25. Tacomann
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Yoshi P and the team have done an amazing job putting this story together. There are a ton of Easter eggs and reference to other final fantasy games, the voice acting is spectacular. I'm impressed with the writing, the conversations, the back and forth is so well written isn't riddled with cringey meta dialogue. The OST is so good you'll want it on vinyl and perfectly complements theYoshi P and the team have done an amazing job putting this story together. There are a ton of Easter eggs and reference to other final fantasy games, the voice acting is spectacular. I'm impressed with the writing, the conversations, the back and forth is so well written isn't riddled with cringey meta dialogue. The OST is so good you'll want it on vinyl and perfectly complements the battles with do nothing but ramp up 100 times with each one leaving your jaw on the floor.… Expand
  26. MatteoPodda
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    A revolution of the concept of Final Fantasy itself, it’s good, except for side-quest that are too shallow…. But are passed many years from the last time that I cried for a game. Absolute one of the best game of this year!
  27. Garysanderson96
    Jul 3, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Think the last time I enjoyed Final Fantasy game was 13 trilogy back when I first started in 2020 during the lockdown.
    I played both old-school turn-base FF and newer ones, I like both but the newer hack-n-slash lessen the burden of grinding by ALOT, and for that, I like the newer ones more.
    The game plot kinda similar to Final Fantasy - Lightning Returns, but it pumped up the level and the story-telling.
    The soundtrack? No need to say more. Absolutely Perfect.
    Jill best girl.
    The casts are all great, it build up gradually.
    The only thing I can think of that I don't like is that they need more back story for Jill and Joshua.
    Granted Clive is the main character but I don't mind knowing more about Jill and Joshua. At this point, I don't even mind if they release DLCs for those two, I'll buy it.
    The graphics: Say no more.
    Play on Frame-rate mode though, mind you.
    The ending left me desire to want to know more about Jill and others.
    More items slot to wear would be nice, but then again, doesn't change that much.
    The Environments, the details design are perfect.
    Overall, a great game with great story, teared me up multiple times. The plot touches a difficult aspect of history but they did it well merging along together with Fantasy.
    Can't wait to see if there are any DLCs coming, and can't wait to buy it again on PC.    … Expand
  28. JordyLA-182
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Amazing story, great characters, and the music is some of the best in all of gaming. A true Final Fantasy experience.
  29. Jugs
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Great ff game, been playing ff games since ff7 and the graphics and deep story telling just keep getting better. Every time I am doing the scenario or even boss fights I think to my self Damm that has to be the best of the best the game has to offer, but no it keeps breaking my expectations about everything. Also the music goddamn is like one of if not it has to be the best music that myGreat ff game, been playing ff games since ff7 and the graphics and deep story telling just keep getting better. Every time I am doing the scenario or even boss fights I think to my self Damm that has to be the best of the best the game has to offer, but no it keeps breaking my expectations about everything. Also the music goddamn is like one of if not it has to be the best music that my brain has heard ever, it gets hype but it can also get nice and chill, but dammmm can it make a grown ass man cry too lol. So yeah this gets a 9 from me :)… Expand
  30. SpartanRob
    Jun 26, 2023
    9
    Almost everything about this game is absolutely amazing. The combat feels gritty and flashy while the story is gripping and the music is incredible as always.
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87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 146 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 134 out of 146
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 146
  3. Negative: 0 out of 146
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 22, 2024
    100
    Final Fantasy XVI is an excellent game in every way. If you're a fan of the series for the stories and characters, you won't go wrong here, and if you've avoided the series for, say, turn-based combat, the sixteenth installment offers the perfect opportunity to get started with this legend of the gaming industry. [Issue#329]
  2. Riot Pixels
    Oct 30, 2023
    73
    This is a solid RPG/action game. Some elements of the game are unusual and fresh for single-player parts of the Final Fantasy series, but some are too dull and rudimentary.
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  3. PLAY
    Sep 17, 2023
    90
    New numbered FFs are good again. Stunning to look at, with new, punchy combat, and a great yarn, it is, if anything, too focussed, lacking a bit of the weird. [Issue#30, p.78]
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